UK Rap Icon Ghetts Teases Upcoming Album And Mystery Event With Series Of Cryptic Messages
Ghetts has announced a series of “Walk With Purpose” events ahead of his upcoming album On Purpose, With Purpose.
Boosie Badazz Under Fire Over Comments About Fathers “Pushing P” On Teen Sons
Boosie Badazz said fathers should ensure their teen sons are “pushing P” otherwise they might “stray” into transgenderism.
Bow Wow Calls On Record Labels To Stop Pushing “Subpar” Artists And Bring Back Artist Development
Bow Wow is calling on record labels to bring back artist development, accusing execs of pushing “subpar” artists before they’re ready. The rapper and actor took to social media Monday in a lengthy rant against the labels. “Can we please bring back artist development at these labels,” he wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Do these labels even care about these artist? Yall be throwing them on platforms knowing they not ready.” Bow Wow then compared the music industry to boxing, suggesting labels should prepare artists to ready them for the industry. “A boxer is trained and taught before battle,” he added. ”We just keep throwing these subpar ass artist out here with no proper teaching.” The “Ain’t Thinkin’ ‘Bout You” hitmaker continued, ” They cant talk. I don’t understand wtf they saying. Be dry as hell in interviews. Yall know i take the stage serious! I dont even wanna get on they stage presence. Rapping over vocals s### is sloppy out here man. We gotta clean this s### up. Get better or get tf out the way.” According to Bow Wow, labels are pushing artists, but not the ones deserving of a shot. “Its too many real ones out here on the come up like symba west side boogie,” he continued. “i can name so many more lady london, lola like new artist that GOT IT! who deserve the push… but instead … man im done even speaking on it haha s### be getting me hot.” He also called for labels to ”Stop pushing that bs on us!” before warning, “fans are waking up and hip hop is about to change for the better.” Check out Bow Wow’s comments on artist development below.
Drake Celebrates “Full Circle Moment” After Tying Michael Jackson for Billboard Hot 100 Record
Drake says he’s “still got work to do,” after “First Person Shooter” debuted on top of the Billboard Hot 100 this week, tying Michael Jackson for the most No. 1 hits by a male solo artist. The track marked his thirteenth chart-topper, equalling the King of Pop’s feat achieved in 1995 with “You Are Not Alone.” Celebrating the achievement on Instagram, Drake shared an AI-generated image of Michael Jackson taking a selfie wearing an OVO hoodie. He tagged his “First Person Shooter” co-star J. Cole, writing, “Mooooooooood.” Meanwhile, on his Instagram Story, Drake noted his feature on Travis Scott’s 2018 hit “Sicko Mode” was not included in the numbers, otherwise he’d have 14 hits. “We got work to do,” he added. Drake Dons Michael Jackson’s Iconic White Glove – But is It The Real Thing? The OVO founder also shared two photos of himself having a celebratory drink while wearing a sequined white glove that looks suspiciously like Michael Jackson’s signature piece. He also shared a throwback pic of his character in Degrassi as MJ wearing the white glove and famous red leather jacket. “Full circle moment,” he wrote alongside the image. Check out the photos below. It’s unclear if Drake owns Michael Jackson’s iconic white glove, which sold at auction for $480,000 months after the singer’s death. The sale earned a place in the Guinness Book of World Records in 2009 for the most expensive glove ever sold at auction. However, According to SmithsonianMag, Drake does own the most valuable hip-hop artifact ever sold. He purchased a gold and ruby crown ring designed by Tupac Shakur at a Sotheby’s sale for just over $1 million earlier this year. Meanwhile, For All The Dogs also debuted at No. 1 on the latest Billboard 200 this week with 402,000 first-week units. The project also becomes his “lucky” thirteenth No. 1 album, trailing behind Jay-Z in the record books, who sits at fourteenth. The Beatles are the all-time Billboard 200 chart leaders with nineteen chart-toppers.
G Herbo And Southside Slammed Online Over Funny Marco Interview: Comedian Accuses Rappers Of Breaking $30K Watch
Funny Marco revealed he’s “upset” over a recent interview with G Herbo and Southside where they called him a “b####” and broke his $30K watch. The rappers were guests on the latest episode of the comedian’s podcast Open Thoughts, which aired earlier this week (October 15). However, after watching the episode, viewers were left outraged over the guest’s treatment of their host. In one clip circulating online, G Herbo repeatedly tells Funny Marco to “shut the f### up” when the podcaster points out his guests are talking amongst themselves. “F###### goofy,” Herbo added. In another snippet from the show, the “PTSD” hitmaker throws a cup at Funny Marco. Marco acknowledged the backlash and shared his “upset” over how the interview went down. “I understand a lot of y’all mad about the interview,” he wrote on Facebook. “I was upset while it was going on but I understand I got a job to do & one thing about me I respect people on my show.” He also explained, “I didn’t want to match they Energy” and intends to “just learn from that episode & move on.” A commenter suggested G Herbo and Southside were “just going with your vibe,” but Funny Marco disagreed. “naw they broke my 30k watch and calling me a b####,” he replied. “I don’t talk to people like that.” Many fans slammed G Herbo in the comments section of his Instagram post, sharing a clip from the podcast. While some online defended G Herbo and Southside, many were disgusted over their treatment of Funny Marco. Check out some of the reactions below and watch the interview at the end of the page.
Blueface Reacts After His Mom Compares Her Bare Booty Cheeks Leak To His Girlfriend’s 30K BBL
Blueface clapped back after his mom compared her booty to his girlfriend’s BBL when a selfie of her nude behind surfaced online.
6ix9ine Arrest Footage Shows Crowd Cheering As Rapper Hauled Off In Handcuffs
A video has surfaced of 6ix9ine being hauled off by cops after the rapper was reportedly arrested for assault in the Dominican Republic. Local attorney Felix Portes took to Instagram Saturday (October 14), revealing that Dominican authorities are investigating the rainbow-haired rapper for a vicious attack. 6ix9ine was allegedly in an altercation with two local producers. The unidentified victims were treated in hospital for their injuries. Footage surfaced online on Sunday (October 16) showing law enforcement marching a handcuffed 6ix9ine out of a hotel. Locals swarmed the building with their camera phones out, cheering as the controversial artist emerged from inside the building. Check out the video below. According to Portes, 6ix9ine was attempting to leave the country via a private jet when he was detained. Authorities issued a warrant against the rapper for “blows and injuries, and threats.” The “Bori” rapper has had numerous run-ins with the law during his rap career. He cooperated with the authorities after being arrested in 2018 on RICO charges over his association with the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods. He testified against the notorious street gang in court, leading to the conviction of several gang members. In August, he was taken to Palm Beach County Jail for failing to appear in court for three traffic tickets. However, he was released from custody roughly a few hours later, after posting a $2,000 bond. Meanwhile, back in March, 6ix9ine was beaten up by members of the Latin Kings at an LA Fitness in Southern Florida.
Nelly Leaves Ashanti Speechless With Icy Birthday Gifts Before Serenading Her On Party Bus Ride
Nelly rendered Ashanti speechless after icing the singer out on her birthday. The couple celebrated Ashanti’s 43rd birthday over the weekend after recently confirming their rekindled romance following months of social media speculation. The rapper showered the birthday girl in diamonds, leaving her barely able to speak. Footage shared online shows Nelly presenting Ashanti with a chain and watch covered in diamonds. Check out the video below. In another video, Ashanti proudly flexes her icy birthday gifts while Nelly serenades her. The couple was joined by a group of friends for a karaoke session on a party bus. Ashanti played hype man to Nelly as he crooned through some old-school slow jams. The songstress was left with an aching jaw after laughing so much as her man crooned his way through Jodeci’s “Freek’n You.” At one point in the video, Nelly and Ashanti held hands as they sang together before the rapper launched into another classic R&B song. Ashanti posted the video on Instagram Sunday (October 15), captioned by a series of crying-with-laughter emojis. Check it out below. Last month, Nelly confirmed he was back with Ashanti during an appearance on Boss Moves with Rasheeda. “I think it surprised both of us, though. It wasn’t anything that was like, I don’t think, planned,” he shared. “But sometimes being separate, you understand one another more, where you could be like, ‘Well, yo, let me exactly see, maybe, what they see.’ ‘Cause you know we all can be defensive sometimes in our own relationships. And we know we’re wrong, but we’re going to stand on it.”
Jim Jones Seeks “Fiends” Jada Pinkett Smith Sold Drugs To As A Teen
A recent revelation from Jada Pinkett Smith has Jim Jones asking questions. The “Set If Off” actress is opening up about her past ahead of her candid upcoming memoir Worthy, making some startling admissions in a series of viral interviews. Smith’s revelations have been the talk of social media, with everybody chiming in, including Jim Jones. The Dipset rapper took to Instagram Live over the weekend, calling on one of her old customers to speak out. “If you sold crack in the nineties, nine times out of ten, there’s still some crackheads in the neighbourhood that can vouch that you were selling that butter,” Jim Jones said. “I don’t know where Jada grew up at, but we need to go check and see if they got some fiends that can verify, validify that she was selling that she had that butter on the block for sale.” Check out his comments below. During a recent interview with PEOPLE, Jada Pinkett Smith spoke openly about her drug-dealing past as a teen growing up in Baltimore. “I knew that anything that I needed was something I needed to provide for,” she explained. “I decided to sell drugs.” “Growing up, the drug dealers were the ones that had affluence,” Smith added. “That’s what we readily saw as success. And so for me, considering my circumstances at the time, my mother was not doing well. She was a high-functioning heroin addict. We didn’t have the things that we should have. The home we lived in was not taken care of.” It wasn’t just Jim Jones who had something to say about Jada Pinkett Smith dealing drugs. “Alright enough is enough,” 50 Cent wrote, sharing a headline about Smith selling crack. “FREE WILL SMITH! WTF is going on.”
Drake’s Son Adonis Performs “My Man Freestyle” At His Sixth Birthday Party
Drake has a fledgling rapper on his hands with his six-year-old son Adonis sharing a new track, “My Man Freestyle.”
Megan Thee Stallion Teases Epic Comeback With Sizzling Nude Photo
Megan Thee Stallion is gearing up for an epic comeback after the trial and tribulations that followed the Tory Lanez shooting, teasing “Act One” of her return to the spotlight. While the H-Town Hottie said she wanted to surprise her fans, she also hinted at a “spooky season” release. Her latest social media postings indicate a Halloween release could be on the way. On Thursday (October 12) Megan Thee Stallion updated her Instagram grid with a trio of images that combined to spell out the words “Act One.” The letter “O” was replaced by an ouroboros symbol, which depicts a snake or dragon devouring its own tail. The sign is often used to represent the eternal cycle of destruction and rebirth, suggesting Megan will return reawakened. Meanwhile, on her IG Story, fans were greeted with a raunchy image of Megan Thee Stallion. The “Bongos” hitmaker appears completely nude with her hand clasped on her throat, kneeling in front of another woman lying down. Photo editors protected Megan’s modesty with some strategically placed pixelation. The three-time Grammy-Award winner also shared a spine tingling snippet over on X (formerly Twitter). Megan flashes a pair of vampire fangs in the brief clip captioned, “Let’s begin…” Last month, Megan Thee Stallion warned fans to get ready because new music was coming. “I like to surprise the Hotties so I’m not gonna say how soon. But just be expecting it,” she said during an appearance on Entertainment Tonight. “Everybody knows spooky season is my favorite season, so just be on point.”
Cardi B Gets Her “Freaky” Wish On New Offset Album “Set It Off”
Offset has shared his long-awaited sophomore solo album Set It Off, which arrived with a freaky fantasy-fulfilling Cardi B feature. The 21-track offering includes two tracks featuring the Hip-Hop super couple amid a star-stud tracklist. Guest appearances include Future, Travis Scott, Latto, Don Toliver and more. Listen to Set It Off at the end of the page. Cardi B featured on Offset’s lead single “Jealousy,” which saw the couple address infidelity rumors. However, the “Bongos” hitmaker revealed her desire to share a more intimate side of their relationship, something they do on the Set It Off cut “Freaky.” “I do wanna do more songs with him,” Cardi B said during an interview with SiriusXM’s Hip Hop Nation last month. “I do wanna explore. I feel like we do so much rough songs and it’s like, let’s talk about f######. It’s like we always talk about the music. Let’s talk about f###### because I feel like we always like on attack mode when we do songs together. Let’s do a little something, something – freaky, freaky, freaky, freaky.” Set It Off is Offset’s first solo album in four years, following his 2019 LP Father of 4, which spawned his multi-platinum single “Clout.” He released Culture III with Migos in 2021 but recently ruled out any further Migos albums in the wake of Takeoff’s passing. Offset opened up about his relationship with Quavo and insisted they are on good terms despite the rumors. “That’s my brother at the end of the day,” Offset said during a recent appearance on The Breakfast Club. “But we good though.” He also revealed they help each other through their grief and may put out music together in the future.
Westside Gunn Shares Feature Stacked “And Then You Pray For Me” Album
Westside Gunn has released his eagerly anticipated new album And Then You Pray For Me. The Griselda rapper gathered an all-star cast of guests to appear on his fifth solo studio album. Clocking in at an hour and 15 minutes, the 21-track offering is stacked with features with guest appearances from the likes of RZA, Rick Ross, Jeezy, J.I.D., DJ Drama, Giggs, Ty Dolla $ign, Denzel Curry, and many more. The Griselda family is also well represented with features from Conway The Machine, Benny The Butcher, Stove God Cooks, Boldy James, Rome Streetz and production from Daringer. Westside Gunn Pays Tribute To Virgil Abloh The late Virgil Abloh designed the And Then You Pray For Me artwork and cover. Westside Gunn says the artwork is a testament to their enduring friendship and creative synergy. “I have Virgil Abloh doing my artwork and who left on earth can say that,” he shared. “I cannot disrespect his legacy, he’s immortal and I feel this is his way of blessing me; even though he’s not here in the physical.” Gunn embarked on an international journey recording the album, laying down tracks in Paris, Athens, London, and Denmark, something he says allowed him to prioritize his mental well-being. “I’ve been living a healthy, sucka-free life, and it’s given me a new energy,” Gunn explained. “I feel better than I ever have; stronger and smarter. I’m the best curator in the game right now and that’s said by the who’s who—not me. GOD is the greatest. I love ya’ll.” Westside Gunn recorded a mini-documentary series to accompany the album. Check out episode 3 below and stream And Then You Pray For Me at the end of the page.
Jada Pinkett Smith Reveals Tupac Shakur Proposed During Rikers Island Bid
Jada Pinkett Smith revealed that Tupac Shakur was in “bad shape” when he proposed and needed somebody to do time with him.
From Battle Rap To Byrdgang: Ms. Hustle Announces She’s Signed To Jim Jones
Jim Jones reached out to fellow Harlem native and battle rap legend Ms. Hustle to ask her to join him at Byrdgang.
Offset Opens Up About His Relationship With Quavo And Talks Possible Collab
Offset addressed the rumors of a rift between him and fellow Migos rapper Quavo and the calls for new music from them.
Jada Pinkett Smith Reveals Chris Rock Once Asked Her Out Amid Will Smith Divorce Rumors
Chris Rock once tried to get a date with Jada Pinkett Smith when he thought her marriage to Will Smith was in trouble.
Latto Rejects Claim She’s An Industry Plant: “I Hate When Y’all Say This”
Latto shoots down the claim she’s an industry plant who hasn’t earned her success: “I worked VERY long & hard to be here.”
50 Cent Says He Trolls Diddy “Because He Got Tupac Killed”
50 Cent claims that although he says a lot of things “for no reason,” he trolls Diddy “because he got Tupac killed.”
Drake & DJ Khaled Criticized Over Silence On Hamas-Israel Conflict
DJ Vlad claims Drake and DJ Khaled are silent on the war between Hamas and Israel for fear of losing sales.
